THE COMPLETE FANCIER
by Jim Emerton
There is no such entity, yet we have people who make a great impact on results, knowledge, the collective good and the history of the sport. The archetype will progress through the ranks to international levels of fame and achievement, create a family and act as a charismatic leader/mentor to others. All a matter of perception, his personality in the sport will act as a template or benchmark for others. Although flying a little short for me, a man who approaches the ideal package is Geoff Cooper, and not just because of his Interational wins - it is about lore/original insights/knowledge that can be taught as a teacher of the many - good old socialist principles. A book by Cooper would be a lasting tribute to his quest and dedication to perfectionism. Personally I will not write a book, although the TRUTH is out there.
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Elimar - April 2014
